Pacific Wharf pays tribute to a massive chunk of northern and central California. From the vineyards of Napa Valley to the canneries of Monterey Bay, this area has so many architectural details and design elements to explore. The next time you visit California Adventure, take some time to really explore this area if you can. […] Read more…
There’s a rumor swirling around Galaxy’s Edge…Hondo Ohnaka, a smuggler from the outer rim, is recruiting new pilots to help with some covert deliveries. He actually prefers crews without experience – that way he knows no one is suspicious of them. I think we should go for it…there’s no way I’m turning down a chance […] Read more…
Visitors to Cars Land might not know it, but they’re all invited to Luigi’s! He’s throwing a party with all of his cousins from Carsoli, complete with dancing and lots of fun. Shall we stop by? I think Luigi said to walk through his shop and meet him out back. Luigi is very proud of […] Read more…
Hollywood Land might be the land in California Adventure with the strangest mix of personalities. The main drag of the street resembles a movie studio backlot, complete with false exteriors and forced perspective murals. But then the rear area mixes superhero meet and greets, Monstropolis, the Beast’s library, a sorcerer’s lair, etc. To explore Hollywood […] Read more…
As much as I hate when a fun day in California Adventure ends, there’s something so nice about taking one last stroll through Buena Vista Street. In the evening, the street glows. Twinkling lights hang from the trees, while lanterns and spotlights bathe the buildings in warm light. That final walk down the street on […] Read more…
I don’t know if you heard, but Indiana Jones recently uncovered a map revealing the location of an ancient Bengalese temple! His friend Sallah has been hosting tours of the temple to raise money for its excavation. Seems like a perfect day for a jeep tour! Before we can hop into the jeep, we’ve got […] Read more…
I know I’ve said it many times before on this blog, but Cars Land remains my absolute favorite part of California Adventure. Even if you’ve never been, you’ve likely seen enough images to picture it in your mind. The long, bustling street leads right up to a tall mountain range. But part of the fun […] Read more…
Frontierland‘s main plaza is a busy place. The shooting gallery, shops, and restaurants all beckon visitors from far and wide to come explore. And within Frontierland lies a small mining town, Rainbow Ridge. The mining town offers train rides through the mines – shall we go for a ride? As we head down the walkway […] Read more…
Close your eyes and picture Tomorrowland. What do you see? Probably the silhouette of Space Mountain, a lagoon, and maybe a lot of grey and blue. Those elements are all huge parts of Disneyland’s futuristic wonderland, but when taking pictures, I get pretty bored with so much grey! On my last trip to the park, […] Read more…
Hollywood Land visitors know the backlot is no ordinary backlot…it’s also a portal to Monstropolis. If you care for a visit to the hometown of Monsters, Inc., you’ll need to visit the Monstropolis Transit Authority. Let’s go see what Mike and Sulley are up to today. Once we arrive inside the MTA, we’ll need to […] Read more…
Galaxy’s Edge has the distinction of being the largest land in Disneyland. As a result, it does have an unfair advantage – there’s just SO much space for hidden little details! I can only imagine that the longer guests roam this newest land, the more details and surprises we’ll all discover. From the open plazas […] Read more…
With the closures from COVID-19 back in March, Disneyland had a sadly short spring season this year. We didn’t get to see as much of the baby ducks, blooming flowers, and spring decor as we normally do. But I did get the chance to visit shortly before the craziness started, and managed to capture a […] Read more…
Main Street USA is so easy to picture. Close your eyes, and you can see it: a train station, a castle, and a long, straight street in between. But this land is anything but simple and basic. The storefronts, alleyway, and open plazas on either end add depth to the street, so you don’t feel […] Read more…
Galaxy’s Edge has been open to visitors for almost a year now, but it still feels totally new to me. I definitely don’t have my bearings just yet, and I swear I accidentally end up on a new walkway or path every time I wander around. As I continue to get to know this newest […] Read more…